Lead Cook

Olive and Finch•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Olive & Finch Collective is a Denver-based hospitality group committed to fresh, chef-driven meals, exceptional guest experiences, and a people-first culture. Since opening in 2013, our growing portfolio now includes restaurants, neighborhood cafés, a full-service bakeshop, a robust catering and events division, retail and grab-and-go operations, and multiple locations at Denver International Airport. At Olive & Finch, we believe in inclusive leadership, sustainable growth, and nourishing both our guests and our teams. The Lead Cook is the senior cook in the back-of-house team, responsible for overseeing line operations, supporting kitchen leadership, and ensuring consistency across all stations. Building on the skills of Cook 3, this role adds responsibility for ordering, prep lists, and inventory management. The Lead Cook acts as the bridge between the kitchen team and management, providing leadership, training, and operational support to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

Requirements

3–4 years of kitchen experience, including advanced station skills.
Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Experience assisting with ordering, inventory, or prep list management preferred.
Strong leadership and training abilities.
Proven ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Perform all duties of Cook 3, including independently running stations and mentoring team members.
Oversee kitchen operations during service to ensure consistency, timing, and smooth execution.
Assist the Kitchen Manager with ordering, receiving, and vendor relations.
Create and manage daily prep lists to ensure the kitchen is ready for service.
Support inventory management, tracking usage and helping control costs.
Train, mentor, and support BOH Crew & Cook 1–3 team members in best practices.
Ensure all food meets Olive & Finch recipes, build guides, and presentation standards.
Model professionalism and uphold kitchen culture and values.